LVN-ED (Full-Time, Varied)

Enloe Health • Chico, CA

1d • $34 - $44 • Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Vocational Nurse, in the Emergency Department, is a licensed professional who provides patient care to Emergency Department patients under the supervision of the licensed Registered Nurse. The LVN contributes their service to the education and physical and emotional care of the patient and family in accordance with the philosophy and standards of the medical plan of care.

Requirements

• Current licensure with the California Board of Vocational Nursing
• Current CPR certification
• Current IV/Blood withdrawal Certification for State of California
• Six months experience in an acute care setting or one year experience in a non-acute care setting.
• Must demonstrate technical competence, professional clinical judgment, communication skills and sensitivity for the patient and family in crisis.
• Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality at all times.
• Must be able to follow instructions, work quickly and accurately in a fast-paced environment.
• Analytical and grammatical skills are necessary to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Will utilize clerical and computer skills for a variety of support functions.
• Must be able to fulfill the essential functions of the position.
• Behavior should be reflective of Enloe Medical Center core values.
• Must be able to fulfill the essential functions of the position.

Nice To Haves

• Previous Emergency Department experience as an LVN, ED tech, EMT, or aide
• ACLS Certification (within 6 months of hire)
• PALS Certification (within 6 months of hire)
• Basic arrhythmia or equivalent (within 6 months of hire) (dept tracks)

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care to Emergency Department patients under the supervision of the licensed Registered Nurse.
• Contributes their service to the education and physical and emotional care of the patient and family in accordance with the philosophy and standards of the medical plan of care.
• Demonstrates technical competence, professional clinical judgment, communication skills and sensitivity for the patient and family in crisis.
• Maintains strict confidentiality at all times.
• Follows instructions, works quickly and accurately in a fast-paced environment.
• Utilizes clerical and computer skills for a variety of support functions.
• Furthers education and clinical skills by attending classes and workshops.
• Fulfills the essential functions of the position.
• Behavior should be reflective of Enloe Medical Center core values.

Benefits

• $0 premium medical plan to include vision insurance
• Prescription and dental group insurance
• Retirement with employer match
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that starts accruing immediately and can be used as it's earned
• Extended Sick Leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts for unreimbursed medical expenses and dependent care
• Employee Assistance Program
• Educational Assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed